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Food allergies: what you need to know
According to the Australian Institute of Food Safety, around 2 per cent of adults, up to 8 per cent of children up to five years old and 10 per cent of infants in Australia are living with a food allergy. If you or a loved one is affected and you’re keen to find out more about food allergies and intolerances, read... -
New to blood thinners? What you need to know
If your doctor has recently prescribed you blood thinners, you are sure to have many questions. In this article, we’re going to take you through the essentials, explaining blood thinners medication, possible side effects and what you can do to keep safe. The more you understand about blood thinners, the more empowered you will feel about your own health and... -
Be inspired by our epilepsy safety tips
March is National Epilepsy Awareness Month, so let’s take a look at this condition. According to Epilepsy Action Australia, around 800,000 Australians will develop it at some point in their life, so the chances are you may know someone who is or will be affected. The key feature of epilepsy is seizures, which can put personal safety at risk. So as... -
Raising awareness for ovarian cancer this February
February is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. With 1,400 new cases diagnosed every year, this cancer is the eighth most likely to affect women in Australia. In this article, we’re going to look at ovarian cancer in Australia, its symptoms and treatment. We’ll also give you some ideas for raising awareness of the disease. What is ovarian cancer? Ovarian cancer is when... -
Ideas for gifts for your loved one with a medical condition
If you have a close friend or family member with a long-term medical condition, you may find it hard to find a thoughtful or original gift for them. This could be because they are limited by their condition or don’t get to go out as often as they like. That’s why we’ve compiled this list of gift ideas for 2022...